Varanasi experiences intense heat and humidity with chances of drizzle until September 20th, while water levels are decreasing at a rate of 2 cm.

Amidst the whispers of the monsoon's departure, Varanasi experienced intense sunlight from Saturday morning. Due to the bright sunshine since early morning, people had to face both heat and humidity. The high humidity in the atmosphere further intensified the effect of the sun. On Saturday morning, the city recorded a temperature of approximately 31 degrees Celsius. The wind speed was around 5 kilometers per hour, while the humidity in the atmosphere was recorded at 82 percent. The city's AQI stood at 67, which is considered normal air quality.